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Outbound fromDarlington to York by train
It takes an average of 37m to travel from Darlington to York by train, over a distance of around 43 miles (69 km). There are normally 118 trains per day travelling from Darlington to York and tickets for this journey start from £6.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:47 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:22 | |
| Departure station | Darlington | |
| Arrival station | York | |
| Journey time | From 25m | |
| Distance | 43 miles (69 km) | |
| Frequency | 118 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £6.20 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway |
Take the train from Darlington to York in 25 minutes
If you want to travel from Darlington to York by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Darlington to York by train to take around 37 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 25 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 118 trains per day running on this route, which spans 43 miles (69 km). There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to York. You can travel on this route with either London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express or CrossCountry. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Darlington to York start from £6.20 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Darlington to York is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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